In the heart of Barcelona, Casa Masala emerges as a culinary treasure where aromas and flavors intertwine in a unique dance. Its slogan, “The curry bar of a lifetime”, is much more than a statement; it is a call for authenticity and naturalness. Here, diners are greeted with the same familiarity as anywhere else, but with the promise of a “Catalan-Indian” culinary experience that redefines the meaning of curry.
Fusion of cultures at Casa Masala: Where Catalonia meets India
This restaurant, led by Kuldeep Singh, executive chef, and Jordi Aros, director of operations, represents a harmonious fusion of Catalonia’s rich culinary heritage and India’s vibrant palette of flavors. Its history is woven with threads of passion and dedication, from the days when a van filled with Indian spices roamed the streets to the opening of the beloved Masala 73 and, ultimately, the creation of Casa Masala. “Masala,” meaning spice blend, takes on a new meaning here, where Catalan and Indian influences mingle in every bite.
Jordi Aros, with deep respect for the roots of Indian cuisine, shares that 80% of the people he used to work with were Indian. Kuldeep Singh, from humble beginnings as a dishwasher, became a culinary autodidact, impressing even the most experienced with his childhood-inspired creations.
Delights on the plate: a festival of flavors and colors
At Casa Masala, every dish is a masterpiece of bright colors and bold flavors. The Bombay Bomb, an explosion of potatoes, chickpeas, peas, curry mayonnaise and brava sauce, is just the beginning. Onion pakoras with garam masala and a tamarind spread, along with potato and legume spheres battered with chickpea flour and yogurt, offer an unforgettable dining experience, despite arriving slightly chilled.
In addition, diners can indulge in chicken tikka masala, a delicious amalgam of breast marinated for 24 hours with spiced yogurt and a tomato and almond curry. The roasting process in the tandoor oven gives the chicken a unique texture and flavor. Accompanied by basmati rice, raita and garlic naan, this dish represents the very essence of culinary fusion.
And for those who wish to explore further, the Iberian pork feather biryani, tandoorized for perfect texture, offers a sublime dining experience. Even the dessert, an inventive paneer cheese flan with pistachios and rose petals inspired by Bengali rasmalai, reflects Casa Masala’s culinary meticulousness.
Where to find Casa Masala
C/ de Muntaner, 152
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